Free Car History Check
Instantly see key car details using a UK registration number.
Free · No signup required · Instant results
Need the full picture?
A free check confirms useful basics. A full history check reveals the risk checks that matter most before buying — the things that could cost you thousands.
Check if money is still owed on the vehicle
Police National Computer theft markers
Insurance write-off categories (Cat S, N, A, B)
Detect odometer rollbacks and discrepancies
Previous owners and V5C changes
Every test, advisory and failure since 2005
Get the full history
Finance · Theft · Write-off · Mileage · Ownership
From £15 · Instant results · £30k data guarantee
What is a free car check?
A free car check lets you look up key details about any UK-registered car using its registration number. You can confirm the make, model, year, colour, fuel type and engine size — plus see the current MOT and tax status at a glance.
This is useful when browsing listings online, verifying a seller's description, or simply checking the basics before you take any further steps. The data comes from official DVLA and DVSA sources.
When should you go further?
A free check is a helpful starting point, but it only covers the basics. If you're seriously considering buying a used car, a full car history check is essential. It covers the risk areas that a free check can't — outstanding finance, theft markers, write-off history, mileage discrepancies and ownership changes.
These are the checks that protect you from buying a car with hidden problems that could cost thousands to resolve or result in losing the vehicle entirely.
Frequently asked questions
What does a free car check show?
A free car check shows key details including the car's make, model, year, colour, fuel type, engine size, current MOT status and tax status. It gives a useful overview but does not include risk checks like finance, theft or write-off history.
Is this car check really free?
Yes. The Carpeep free car check is completely free with no signup or payment required. Enter any UK registration number to see key car details instantly.
What's the difference between a free check and a full history check?
A free check confirms basic vehicle identity and current status. A full history check also reveals outstanding finance, stolen markers, insurance write-off history, mileage discrepancies, keeper changes and more — the checks that matter most before buying a used car.
Where does the data come from?
Vehicle details and tax status come from the DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency). MOT status data comes from the DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency). Both are official UK government sources.
Can I check any UK car for free?
You can check any car registered in the UK. Enter the registration number exactly as shown on the number plate. The check works for cars, vans, motorcycles and other vehicles.
Run a full car history check
Finance, theft, write-offs, mileage, ownership and more — in one report.
From £15 · Instant results · No signup · £30k data guarantee
From £15 · Instant · £30k data guarantee